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Thermal paste annoyances could be a thing of the past if Noctua and AMD have anything to say about it, but here's why I'd stick with it for your CPU upgrade this summerNoctua is developing the NT-CP1 Carbice Carbon Nanotube Thermal Pad as a long-term alternative to traditional thermal paste, aiming to eliminate mess and the need for frequent reapplication. While AMD also showcased a similar thermal pad, Noctua's solution is slated for a September 2026 release, initially for AM4 and AM5 processors, and is positioned as a premium, non-reusable option for users who don't plan frequent upgrades.
AMD Wants You To Keep Using Your Old Hardware For A Lot LongerAMD is focusing on extending the lifespan of existing PC hardware as a business strategy due to rising costs. The company is re-releasing the popular AM4 CPU, the 5800X3D, and introducing the new AM5 CPU, the 7700X3D, while committing to support the AM5 platform until 2029.
AMD confirms that AM5 will continue to be supported by new processors through to 2029, and drop the deets on a…AMD has confirmed that its AM5 processor socket will continue to receive support for new processors through to 2029, extending its lifespan beyond previous commitments. The company also announced an upcoming tweak to its EXPO memory overclocking system, called EXPO Ultra Low Latency, which promises up to a 4% performance increase in games.
Noctua aims to effectively banish thermal paste horror stories and gooped-up CPU socketsNoctua has announced a long-term partnership with Carbice, a company specializing in carbon nanotube thermal interface materials. Noctua will become the exclusive retail distributor of Carbice's thermal pads, with the first product, the NT-CP1 AM5/4, launching in September 2026. This collaboration aims to offer PC enthusiasts a mess-free and maintenance-free alternative to traditional thermal paste, with potential for future product development.
'Return of the king': AMD is bringing back the Ryzen 7 5800X3D for DDR4 platforms, launching it alongside the…AMD is re-releasing the Ryzen 7 5800X3D with special 10-year anniversary packaging for AM4 platforms, priced at $349. The company is also launching the mid-range AM5 Ryzen 7 7700X3D chip for $329. AMD has committed to supporting the AM5 platform through 2029.
Computex 2026: AMD Celebrates AM4 While Giving Gamers More Affordable New HardwareAMD announced new hardware options at Computex 2026, including a commemorative re-release of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D for the AM4 platform and the new Ryzen 7 7700X3D for AM5. The company also expanded availability of the Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card and introduced its EXPO Ultra Low Latency memory standard.- AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D review - peak frame rates for under $300The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D offers peak frame rates for gaming on the AM5 platform at an affordable price point under $300. While it excels in most games, its performance is weaker in non-gaming applications.
Oops, ASRock says motherboards will support 'newly launched' AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU that has definitely not…ASRock briefly announced support for the unreleased AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU on its AM5 motherboards via a press release, which was later deleted. The chip has not officially surfaced, leading to speculation about its release and potential benefits, especially for gaming.
AMD's new gaming CPUs don't require a graphics card and are rumored to be arriving sooner than expectedNew AMD CPUs with integrated graphics, potentially based on the Ryzen AI 400 series, are rumored to launch for the AM5 platform in the first half of 2026, possibly in Q1. These processors are expected to feature integrated GPUs capable of playing modern games and include NPU capabilities for AI workloads, making them suitable for compact PCs and workstations.